August 2025
Enjoy the best events, festivals, and fun things to do around Puget Sound—including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Bellevue.
August 1 - 3, 2025
Atlantic (2.7 miles SE)
Umoja Fest delivers “music, food, culture, and family fun” at Judkins Park and Playfield, 2150 S Norman St. in Seattle. The parade (Sat. 1 p.m.) goes south on 23rd Avenue, from E. Cherry St. to S. Jackson St. The fashion show (Sat. 4:30 p.m.) is on the schedule.
August 1 - 3, 2025
Mount Baker (5.4 miles SE)
Seafair Weekend Festival features hydroplanes racing on Lake Washington, airplanes flying overhead in the Boeing Air Show, and classic cars (Sat. & Sun.) parked on the lakeshore at Stan Sayres Memorial Park, 3808 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. The Blue Angeles fly every day.
August 1 - 3, 2025
Anacortes (81 miles N)
Anacortes Arts Festival has hundreds of juried art booths, fine art in Depot Arts Center, food & beverages, kids’ activities, and two stages of entertainment on Commercial Avenue (from 10th St. to the water) in Anacortes. No dogs.
August 1 - 3, 2025
George (150 miles E)
Watch 31 acts at the Watershed Festival at Gorge Amphitheatre, 754 Silica Road NW in George. Camping available.
August 1 - Sept. 28, 2025
SoDo (1.6 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Mariners play an exciting home game at T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2, 2025
Lake City (9.8 miles N)
Lake City Summer Festival & Parade has a car show, a family area, food trucks, 100 craft vendors, and live music until 5:30 p.m. surrounding the Lake City Branch of Seattle Public Library, 12501 28th Ave. NE in Seattle. There are three evening parades (kids 6 p.m., dogs 6:30 p.m., grand parade 7 p.m.).
August 2, 2025
multiple locations
Take an 80-mile ride downhill from Snoqualmie Pass on the Summit to Sound, with optional shuttle bus from Seacrest Park. Includes a beer and a food ticket for the end-of-ride party at Seacrest Park.
August 2 - 3, 2025
Kirkland (11 miles NE)
Bring a blanket or chair to watch two movies per night on a giant LED screen during Outdoor Summer Movies at Heritage Park, 111 Waverly Way in Kirkland.
August 2 - Oct. 25, 2025 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Skykomish (66 miles NE)
Saturdays, ride atop a miniature train over a bridge and through a tunnel for 10 minutes, and then visit the gift shop at Great Northern & Cascade Railway, 101 5th St. N in pretty Skykomish. (Or see the schedule for Kitsap Live Steamers in Port Orchard.)
August 3, 2025
Port Angeles (83 miles NW via ferry)
Bike 24 to 41 miles car-free to the amazing mile-high summit in the Olympic Mountains during Ride the Hurricane, which begins at Port Angeles City Pier on N Lincoln St. in Port Angeles. The 24-mile route begins in Olympic National Park.
August 6, 2025
Green Lake (5.2 miles N)
The city of Hiroshima was destroyed by an atomic bomb on August 6, 1945. From Hiroshima to Hope promotes peace and remembers victims of war with a gathering (6 p.m.), speakers & performers (7 p.m.), and candle-lit lanterns floated on the lake (8 p.m.) south of Seattle Public Theater (Bathhouse Theater), 7312 West Green Lake Drive N in Seattle.
August 6 - 10, 2025
Darrington (72 miles NE)
Re-Evolution Festival offers music, camping, vendors, speakers, and workshops at Darrington Bluegrass Music Park, 42501 State Rte 530 NE in Darrington. No dogs.
August 7 - 10, 2025
Morton (93 miles S)
Morton Loggers Jubilee includes a queen’s coronation Thurs., lawn mower races Fri., bed races Sat. 11 a.m., a parade Sat. 11:30 a.m., a logging show Sat. & Sun., a flea market, music, and vendors in and near Morton Loggers’ Jubilee Arena, 451 Knittles Way in Morton. Schedule.
August 7 - 10, 2025
Omak (238 miles NE)
Omak Stampede includes a daily world-famous suicide horse race down a steep slope inspired by native endurance races, an Indian encampment & pow wow, a rodeo, art show, carnival, and a parade (Sat 10 a.m.) at Omak Stampede Rodeo on Ferry St. in Omak.
August 8, 2025
South Lake Union (0.5 miles N)
South Lake Union Block Party has two music stages, food trucks, a beer & cocktails garden, lawn games, and booths for local organizations, at South Lake Union Discovery Center, 101 Westlake Ave. N in Seattle.
August 8 - 10, 2025
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Taste Edmonds features food trucks, live music, free bounce houses and games, and a beer & wine garden in the field at 310 6th Ave. N in Edmonds. Shop from arts & crafts booths on Sat. & Sun. No pets. Schedule.
August 9, 2025
Beacon Hill (3.3 miles SE)
Beacon Arts Street Fair is a mellow event with live music, an art market, food vendors, and family activities in the plaza outside El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S in Seattle.
August 9 - 10, 2025
North Bend (31 miles E)
The Festival at Mount Si has a small arts and crafts fair with food booths, a family zone, a beer garden, live music, and contests at Si View Park, 400 SE Orchard Drive in North Bend. Music crawl downtown (Fri. 6 p.m.), 5K on trail (Sat. 7 a.m.), parades downtown (Sat. 10:15 a.m.), and fireworks at Torguson Park (Sat. 10 p.m.). Schedule.
August 9 - 10, 2025
Coupeville (102 miles NW)
Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival has 145 artists selling handmade arts and crafts, live entertainment, and children’s activities on the streets surrounding Coupeville Recreation Hall, 901 NW Alexander St. in Coupeville. Free ferry shuttle bus.
August 10, 2025
Seward Park (6 miles SE)
Sundae Runday is a (10K, 5K, 2-mile) run or walk on park trails and closed roads along the shores of Lake Washington, plus a kids’ dash and costume contest, followed by an ice cream sundae. It begins at Seward Park, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle.
August 12, 2025 (6:30 p.m.)
Shoreline (11 miles N)
Stroll on car-free 15th Avenue NE to hear jazz at two outdoor venues for free (starts 6:30 p.m.) and seven indoor venues with a ticket (starts 7 p.m.) during North City Jazz Walk. Visit food trucks or buy “jazz bites” at most venues. North City Lounge requires age 21+ ID.
August 15, 2025
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
Enjoy the best of local restaurants, wineries, and breweries during Sunset Supper at Pike Place Market for age 21+. Afterward, dance to live music under the stars at the Pike Place Market, 85 Pike St. in Seattle.
August 15 - 16, 2025
Snoqualmie (29 miles E)
Snoqualmie Days has a pancake breakfast (7 to 11 a.m.), a parade (11 a.m.), train rides for sale, a music stage, a kids’ area, model trains in city hall, and vendors on car-free Railroad Avenue next to Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St. in Snoqualmie. (The music crawl is Friday night.)
August 15 - 17, 2025
Suquamish (19 miles NW via ferry)
The Suquamish Tribe hosts Chief Seattle Days with salmon bakes (12 p.m.), a memorial service at the gravesite of Chief Seattle (Sat. 10 a.m.), a parade (Sat. 11:30 a.m.), canoe races (Sat. 1 p.m.), games, softball & basketball tournaments, powwows, vendors, and a 5K run (Sun.) in Suquamish. Schedule.
August 16, 2025
International District (1.2 miles S)
Visit Asian restaurants that offer menu items for $4, $6, and $8 during Food Walk, beginning at Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle. Held in multiple months.
August 16, 2025 (3 to 8 p.m.)
Lynnwood (17 miles NE)
Hear live music, buy Hawaiian food and crafts, make a flower lei, learn to hula dance, and watch a grand finale show (7 p.m.) at Lynnwood Luau in the plaza outside Lynnwood Event Center, 3711 196th St. SW in Lynnwood.
August 16, 2025
Tumwater (64 miles S)
Beer has a long history in the Olympia area because of its natural springs. Taste 100 northwest beers at Tumwater Artesian Brewfest, with wine, food vendors, and games, at Tumwater Valley Golf Club, 4611 Tumwater Valley Drive SE in Tumwater. Bring age 21+ ID. No pets.
August 16 - 17, 2025
Everett (29 miles N)
Fresh Paint turns downtown Everett into a big outdoor studio with 100 artists’ booths, live entertainment, food vendors, and glassblowing demonstrations. Located near Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave. in Everett. Also consider the nearby Farmer’s market on Aug. 18 or Sip on the Sound wine tasting at the Port of Everett on Aug. 18 & 19.
August 17, 2025
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Hear classical guitar, traditional folk music, and samba at BrasilFest. Watch a demonstration of capoeira martial arts, see glittering costumes, and eat authentic food in the Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Some performances are in the outdoor amphitheater.
August 17, 2025
Kent (20 miles SE)
All Ford Show & Mustang Round Up promises “fun, food, and cool cars” plus vintage fire trucks and hydroplanes at ShoWare Center, 625 W James St. in Kent.
August 19 - 24, 2025
Long Beach (172 miles SW)
Watch kite fliers compete at the Washington State International Kite Festival (or fly your own) in Long Beach on the windy Pacific Coast. The nearby World Kite Museum at 303 SW Sid Snyder Drive in Long Beach has an admission fee. Schedule.
August 21 - Sept. 1, 2025
Monroe (33 miles NE)
Meet farm animals, watch pigs race, eat fair food, see monster trucks, visit the carnival, and catch a show at the Evergreen State Fair, which is located at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 11405 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. Closed Wednesday. Schedule.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Bellevue (9.2 miles E)
Celebrating colorful toy ponies featured in videos & movies, family-friendly Everfree Northwest promises parties, games, activities, meals, a music concert, a Grand Galloping Gala, vendors, and a full schedule of programs at Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE in Bellevue.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Bellevue (10 miles E)
Dragonflight Convention is “Seattle’s longest running tabletop gaming convention” offering hundreds of hosted games, multiple tournaments, and a library of games at Hilton Bellevue, 300 112th Ave. SE in Bellevue.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Bellevue (11 miles E)
Arts in the Garden features “27 artists and a wide variety of 3-D garden art available for purchase among the flower beds and woodlands of the Bellevue Botanical Garden” at 12001 Main St. in Bellevue. Live music and a few food trucks on Sat. & Sun. Parking fee.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Enumclaw (43 miles SE)
Watch cowboys and cowgirls compete in bull riding, buckin’ broncs, and steer wrestling during Enumclaw Pro Rodeo at Enumclaw Expo Center, 45224 284th Ave. SE in Enumclaw. Concerts before and after the Friday and Saturday shows. Camping available.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Centralia (87 miles S)
Washington State Garlic Fest has garlic cuisine, beer & wine, vendors, live music, chain-saw carving, kids’ activities, and a vampire market at Southwest Washington Fairgrounds, 1909 S Gold St. in Centralia. No pets or smoking. Children younger than age 5 are free.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Neah Bay (153 miles NW via ferry)
The Makah tribe invites you to Makah Days Celebration, which includes a street fair, canoe races, dances, a talent show (Fri. 6 p.m.), a parade (Sat. 10 a.m.), followed by traditional dances (Sat.) and a salmon bake (Sat. & Sun.) at Dakwas Park in Neah Bay. This event is free, but a permit to camp, hike, or visit beaches is $20. Schedule.
August 23 - 24, 2025
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Festival Sundiata celebrates African-American art, entertainment, and culture at Seattle Center Armory & Mural Amphitheatre, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
August 24, 2025 (7 p.m.)
Downtown (0.3 miles NE)
Matt Rife performs edgy stand-up comedy and interacts with the audience at The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle for age 18+.
August 29 - 31, 2025
Bremerton (40 miles W via ferry)
Hear 20 artists on two stages playing “rhythm and blues, rock, Americana, and roots” at the first Kitsap Blues Music Festival. This all-ages event has beer gardens and food vendors at Kitsap County Fairgrounds & Events Center, 1200 Fairgrounds Road NW in Bremerton. FAQ.
August 29 - 31, 2025
Olympia (62 miles S)
Olympia Harbor Days has 100 craft vendors, 24 food booths, live music, a 10-minute drone show (Fri. evening), vintage tugboat tours (Sat.), and a tugboat procession (Sun. noon). Park free on the streets or in a dirt lot at Marine Drive NE & Market Street NE in Olympia.
August 29 - 31, 2025
Oak Harbor (93 miles N)
Oak Harbor Music Festival features 30 bands playing all types of music on two stages, beer & wine, food vendors, and arts & crafts along SE Pioneer Way on Whidbey Island. Begins Friday at 6 p.m.
August 29 - 31, 2025
Richland (203 miles SE)
Tumbleweed Music Festival has 6 stages with 100 acts, workshops, food and craft vendors, and a contra dance Sunday at Howard Amon Park, 500 Amon Park Drive in Richland. Begins Friday at 6:30 p.m. Free except the Saturday benefit concert and the Sunday dance, if older than age 12.
August 29 - Sept. 1, 2025
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
Play pre-release video games, attend interactive panels, watch game competitions, and admire gamers in costume during PAX West at Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle.
August 29 - Sept. 1, 2025
Ellensburg (108 miles E)
Ellensburg Rodeo is Washington’s biggest rodeo, with live music, a carnival, and the Kittitas County Fair at Ellensburg Rodeo Grounds, 1010 E 8th Ave. in Ellensburg. Schedule.
August 29 - Sept. 21, 2025
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Find animals, rides, rodeo, food, and entertainment at Washington State Fair, the largest, oldest, and most popular fair in the state, located at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Fireworks every Friday at 10 p.m. Children age 5 and younger are free. Closed Tuesdays & Sept. 3.
August 30, 2025
Everett (31 miles N)
See classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles, with live music and food vendors during Wheels On The Waterfront at Boxcar Park, 1200 Millwright Loop W in Everett.
August 30, 2025
Parkland (45 miles S)
See 1000 vintage vehicles plus dolls and antiques at LeMay Annual Show at Marymount Event Center, 325 152nd St. E in Tacoma. Shop from vendors and food trucks. Use the entrance at 14601 4th Ave E in Parkland.
August 30 - 31, 2025
Lower Queen Anne (0.8 miles NW)
Celebrate the end of summer at Bumbershoot, a big festival of music, film, comedy, and arts on Labor Day weekend at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Seattle area
August 2025 (undated)
Seattle (multiple locations)
Dancing ‘til Dusk offers a dance lesson the first hour, followed by hours of music and dancing in downtown Seattle parks.
August 2025 (undated)
Seattle (multiple locations)
Center City Cinema screens movies in the parks at dusk, with pre-show activities beginning at 6 or 7 p.m.
August 2025 (undated)
Seattle, Lynnwood, Burien, Fall City
Bring a blanket or chair, and maybe a picnic to eat while watching GreenStage perform either a full-length play by Shakespeare (Twelfth Night or Henry VI parts 2 & 3) or an abbreviated version ( All’s Well that Ends Well or Julius Caesar) in a park. Schedule.
August 2025 (undated)
Waterfront (0.5 miles SW)
After Hours: Summer Fling has live band, animal-themed activities, a scavenger hunt, aquarium exhibits, a no-host bar, and food for sale at Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way Pier 59 in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
August 2025 (undated)
Waterfront (0.6 miles SW)
Waterfront Block Party promises “live music, dance, parades, food trucks, family-friendly crafts, and 45 vendors” on and near Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way in Seattle. Watch performances from 4 to 8 p.m.
August 2025 (undated)
Seattle Center (0.8 miles NW)
Hear musicians perform at Awakening Music Festival on the grounds of Seattle Center at Mural Amphitheater, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Capitol Hill (0.8 miles NE)
Join cat lovers watching a 70-minute compilation of “the latest, best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses” during CatVideoFest at SIFF Cinema Egyptian, 805 E Pine St. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Seattle Center (0.8 miles NW)
Watch movies on a 40-foot screen with captions at Movies at the Mural on the lawn at Mural Amphitheater, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Bring low-back chairs, blankets, or bean bags. Begins at dusk, roughly 9 p.m.
August 2025 (undated)
Capitol Hill (1 mile NE)
Capitol Hill Garage Sale includes dozens of neighborhood sales, plus 100 sellers in Cal Anderson Park, 1635 11th Ave. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Belltown (1.1 miles NW)
SAM Remix promises “light and sound installations, live music, and art making” with food for sale and a no-host bar at Olympic Sculpture Park, 2901 Western Ave. in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
August 2025 (undated)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Watch the women of Seattle Storm play a home game at Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave. N in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Westlake (1.2 miles N)
See amazing Lego creations, watch a robot sort Lego colors, print with Legos, and make Lego art during Outside the Brick inside tents at Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Admire art on skin at Seattle Tattoo Expo, with 250 artists, competitions, exhibitions, vendors, live music, karaoke, and a burlesque revue in Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 301 Mercer St. in Seattle. Schedule.
August 2025 (undated)
Westlake (1.3 miles N)
Enjoy large art installations, performances, and design activities at Seattle Design Festival Block Party at Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle. It’s the highlight of Seattle Design Festival.
August 2025 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seahawks play an exciting home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Seahawks Football Fest has live music and food trucks in the plaza, a bar, a gaming zone, an autograph session (noon), players practicing (1 p.m.), and an autographed football toss from the players (2:45 p.m.) at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle. Gates open at noon.
August 2025 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Sounders play a home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the women of Seattle Reign play a home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Waterfront (1.3 miles S)
Seafair Fleet Week includes ship tours, displays, military dog demonstrations, and entertainment at Pier 46. The parade of ships is visible from along the waterfront and can be heard on FM 88.9.
August 2025 (undated)
International District (1.4 miles SE)
Enjoy the music, art, crafts, and food of Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders at Chinatown-International District Block Party at 900 S King St. in Seattle, where the street passes under Interstate 5. Hear DJs at noon, live music at 3 p.m.
August 2025 (undated)
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
The 48 Hour Film Project gave teams two days to make short films. Watch the best films at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Capitol Hill (2.4 miles NE)
See “rare and interesting cacti, succulents, and other unique plants and accessories” at the Cascade Cactus and Succulent Society Plant Sale at Volunteer Park Conservatory, 1400 E Galer St. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Beacon Hill (2.7 miles SE)
Game On promises entertainment, giant lawn games, food trucks, and a virtual reality experience outdoors, plus wine tasting inside Northwest African American Museum, 2300 S Massachusetts St. in Seattle. Food bank donations accepted.
August 2025 (undated)
SoDo (2.8 miles S)
Summer Vibes is a cabaret-style show featuring talented students on the flying trapeze “paired with stage acts including partner acrobatics and aerial” at Emerald City Trapeze Arts, 2702 6th Ave. S in Seattle. No-alcohol bar.
August 2025 (undated)
Magnolia (3.3 miles NW)
Wine Fest: Sip & Sea includes live music, “curated charcuterie boards and chef-inspired bites,” samples from 24 state wineries, and a chance to meet the winemakers inside and outside Palisade, 2601 W Marina Place in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
August 2025 (undated)
Northlake (3.9 miles N)
Seattle Summer Series promises “free music, circus arts, acro yoga, dance, flow, visual art, and DJ music” for all ages at Gas Works Park, 2101 N Northlake Way in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
University District (4 miles NE)
Watch the University of Washington Huskies play an exciting home game at Husky Stadium, 3800 Montlake Blvd. NE in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Magnolia (4.1 miles NW)
Magnolia Summerfest includes live music, a kids’ zone with free activities, a beer garden, a vendor village, a movie (Fri. evening), a parade (Sat. 10 a.m.), and a talent show (Sun. 10 a.m.) at Magnolia Playfield, 2518 34th Ave. W in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Phinney Ridge (4.1 miles N)
ZooTunes features world-class artists at Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle. Children age 2 and younger are free. Most concerts are sold out, but you can see tickets for resale at the green link below.
August 2025 (undated)
Queen Anne (4.2 miles N)
A chocolate expert guides adults through pairings of cocktails and locally made chocolate during Chocolate and Cocktail Pairing at Fast Penny Spirits, 1138 W Ewing St. in Seattle for age 21+.
August 2025 (undated)
University District (4.8 miles NE)
Deep Sea Conservation Festival has booths, speakers, crafts, live music, and food vendors at UW Fishery Science Building, 1122 NE Boat St. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Columbia City (4.9 miles SE)
Staycation Music Festival offers three nights of live music at The Royal Room, 5000 Rainier Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Mercer Island
Watch a live two-hour performance of The Two Gentlemen of Verona by William Shakespeare in many Puget Sound parks during Wooden O.
August 2025 (undated)
Magnolia (6.6 miles NW)
Loud & N8V is a “car show and indigenous music festival” with food trucks and vendors outdoors at Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way in Seattle. Kids age 12 and younger are free.
August 2025 (undated)
South Park (6.8 miles S)
Duwamish River Festival celebrates the river’s amazing restoration with kids’ art activities, a petting zoo, dancers, musicians, kayak rides, and food vendors at Duwamish River People's Park and Shoreline Habitat, 8700 Dallas Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Brighton (6.9 miles SE)
Othello Park International Festival is a family friendly celebration with live music, dancers, art, games, and food vendors at Othello Park, 4351 S Othello St. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
North Beach (7 miles NW)
Art in the Garden features arts and crafts vendors, kids’ activities, beer, wine, ice cream, a bake sale, and live music at Ballard P-Patch, 8527 25th Ave. NW in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Victory Heights (7.2 miles N)
North Seattle Jewish Festival promises “a petting zoo, authentic kosher deli delights, friends, and lively Jewish music” for everyone at Victory Heights Playground, 1737 NE 106th St. in Seattle. Donation.
August 2025 (undated)
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Enjoy Korean food, products, and dance performances at Waba Korea Expo & Festival in Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Georgetown (8 miles S)
Admission to the Museum of Flight today includes Jet Blast Bash, with “fast planes, music, food vendors, and a beer garden with the closest seats to the thunder of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels’ takeoffs and landings” in the parking lot of The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle. (Or buy at ticket for Blue Angels Walk Down.)
August 2025 (undated)
Georgetown (8 miles S)
HangarFest includes pours from local breweries, wineries, cideries, and a distillery; food truck fare for sale; live music; yard games; and a chance to walk among airplanes in the pavilion at The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle for age 21+.
August 2025 (undated)
North of Seattle
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August 2025 (undated)
East of Seattle
August 2025 (undated)
Kirkland (11 miles E)
See hundreds of classic cars and motorcycles, and shop from vendors and food trucks at Kirkland Waterfront Car Show on the streets surrounding Kirkland Downtown Association, 400 Urban Plaza in Kirkland.
August 2025 (undated)
Shoreline (11 miles N)
Celebrate Shoreline promises two stages of live music, a children’s theater, pony rides, hands-on activities, food vendors, and a beer garden at Cromwell Park, 18030 Meridian Ave. N in Shoreline. Most events end at 6 p.m., beer garden & music at 9 p.m.
August 2025 (undated)
Renton (14 miles SE)
Watch the Seahawks practice outdoors in Renton with a ticket to Seahawks Training Camp. You ride a bus to the camp from The Pro Shop, 840 N 10th Place in Renton. Carried items must follow the Clear Bag Policy.
August 2025 (undated)
Issaquah (15 miles SE)
WA Iu Mien Festival offers food, performances, vendors, fashion, art, and children's activities to celebrate the Mien people of Southeast Asia on Sunset Beach at Lake Sammamish State Park, 2000 NW Sammamish Road in Issaquah. Parking is $10 if you don’t have a Discover Pass. Schedule.
August 2025 (undated)
Redmond (15 miles NE)
A ticket to Redmond Wine Walk includes a wine glass and 12 tastes of wine in shops at Redmond Town Center, 7525 166th Ave. NE in Redmond. Bring age 21+ ID.
August 2025 (undated)
Des Moines (16 miles S)
Enjoy live blues music, beer from 23 local breweries, ginger beer, and food for sale at Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Fest at Des Moines Beach Park, 22030 Cliff Ave. S in Des Moines. Bring no children, pets, food, or beverages.
August 2025 (undated)
Redmond (16 miles NE)
Marymoor Live presents a wide variety of live music in a green setting. Bring cash for parking, and a blanket or chairs to Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE in Redmond.
August 2025 (undated)
Redmond (16 miles NE)
Focused on local farms, chefs, and restaurants, Chomp! has a farmer’s market, healthy food, ecological activities, recycled art, cooking demos, live music, a street-band parade (4:15 p.m.), farm animals, tree climbing, and a beverage garden. Take the free shuttle bus from Redmond Transit Center, or park free at Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE in Redmond.
August 2025 (undated)
Issaquah (16 miles SE)
A ticket to Gilman Village Annual Summer Fest includes 12 tasting tickets to sample beer, wine, and cider with DJ music in the shops at Gilman Village, 317 NW Gilman Blvd. in Issaquah for age 21+. You are welcome to bring your own glass.
August 2025 (undated)
Issaquah (17 miles E)
Bring a blanket or chair to Confluence Music Festival, which offers art, food, beverages, and “local and internationally renowned musicians” at Confluence Park, 595 Rainier Blvd. N in Issaquah.
August 2025 (undated)
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Wineries pour samples in 20 shops during Edmonds Summer Wine Walk held in July & August. The three check-in locations include Edmonds Historical Museum, 118 5th Ave. N in Edmonds. Bring age 21+ ID. No pets.
August 2025 (undated)
Woodinville (18 miles NE)
Summer Concerts feature “some of the best artists in jazz, rock, blues, and contemporary music” in the amphitheater at Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 NE 145th St. in Woodinville. Bring a blanket or low-back chair if you buy a lawn ticket.
August 2025 (undated)
Woodinville (18 miles NE)
Sample wines, savor fine food, attend a gala, and bid in an online auction during Auction of Washington Wines at Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 NE 145th St. in Woodinville.
August 2025 (undated)
South of Seattle
August 2025 (undated)
Bremerton (18 miles W via ferry)
Walk aboard the ferry in Seattle for a one-hour cruise to Kitsap Wine Festival at Harborside Fountain Park, 251 1st St. in Bremerton. Your ticket includes 10 wine samples, and you can buy food from vendors. Bring age 21+ ID.
August 2025 (undated)
Woodinville (18 miles NE)
Celebrity Steak-Out supports Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and includes a silent auction with cocktails, followed by a steak dinner from John Howie Restaurants, and a live auction at Sparkman Cellars, 14300 NE 145th St. in Woodinville.
August 2025 (undated)
Woodinville (19 miles NE)
Celebrate Woodinville Festival [scroll down their web page] has pancakes at the fire station, an 11 a.m. parade on 175th Street, a farmer’s market, an arts & crafts fair, a wine & beer garden, food vendors, and kids’ activities. Some events are at Wilmot Gateway Park, 17301 131st Ave. NE in Woodinville.
August 2025 (undated)
Kent (21 miles S)
Cajun Fest promises high-energy Zydeco and Cajun bands, Cajun-themed food trucks, a beer & wine garden, vendors, and kids activities outdoors at Burlington Green, 101 Railroad Ave. N in Kent. Bring costumes, folding chairs, and blankets.
August 2025 (undated)
multiple locations
10/1 restore below See fields of sunflowers at local farms, which may have photo props, wagon rides, kids’ activities, and admission fees. Check each website for closed dates.
August 2025 (undated)
Carnation (27 miles E)
Rock out in the great outdoors at Remlinger Concerts at Remlinger Farms, 32610 NE 32nd St. in Carnation. Bring a low-back chair or blanket. Shuttle bus available for a fee from Seattle or Redmond.
August 2025 (undated)
Carnation (27 miles E)
Thing is “an eclectic and intimate three-day festival of music and arts” for all ages, with 30 acts of “music, comedy, visual arts, and speakers” plus vendors and a lantern parade each night at Remlinger Farms, 32610 NE 32nd St. in Carnation. Children age 12 and younger are free.
August 2025 (undated)
Snoqualmie (27 miles E)
Professional golfers compete for a $2 million purse in the Boeing Classic at The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge, 36005 SE Ridge St. in Snoqualmie. Schedule.
August 2025 (undated)
Carnation (28 miles E)
Harvest Festival features craft shops, archery and sword demonstrations, music & dance, and lunch (dinner is available by reservation) at Camlann Medieval Village, 10320 Kelly Road NE in Carnation. Children age 5 and younger are free. No pets.
August 2025 (undated)
Maple Valley (28 miles SE)
Your child can meet princesses Beauty and Jasmine, hear them sing and read stories, and eat a snack at Princess Picnic at Lake Wilderness Arboretum, 22520 SE 248th St. in Maple Valley. Optional pre-party at 10:30 a.m.
August 2025 (undated)
Snohomish (29 miles NE)
Snohomish Block Party includes a street fair and artisan market, food vendors, a beer garden, a kids’ zone, and bands playing grunge, punk, and indie rock at Union Ave. & Glen Ave. in Snohomish. (No street fair Friday night.)
August 2025 (undated)
Monroe (32 miles NE)
Shop for fossils, minerals, and crystals, attempt to prepare a fish fossil, check out the kids’ dig pit, and check out the brewery next door during FossilEra Open House at FossilEra, 16722 146th St. SE, Suite 190 in Monroe.
August 2025 (undated)
Snohomish (33 miles NE)
Mingle with medieval knights, jesters, and peasants at the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire, which has entertainment, craft & food vendors, plus alehouses for adults at Meadow Wood Equestrian Center, 18601 Sky Meadows Lane in Snohomish. No pets.
August 2025 (undated)
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Glass Fest Northwest has live glass-making demonstrations, food vendors, music, and hands-on activities in the plaza plus free admission to the Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St. in Tacoma.
August 2025 (undated)
Tacoma (34 miles S)
Experience native dancing, drumming, singing, fashion, bread, and crafts for sale at In the Spirit Northwest Native Festival at three Tacoma museums, which have free admission all day (Washington State History Museum, Tacoma Art Museum, and Museum of Glass).
August 2025 (undated)
Tacoma parks
Bring blankets or folding chairs to Outdoor Movies in the parks, which offer family-friendly activities before the PG films begin at dusk.
August 2025 (undated)
Tacoma (37 miles S)
A ticket to the Polynesian Luau includes dinner, entertainment, vendor booths, and colorful costumes at Asia Pacific Cultural Center at 4851 S Tacoma Way in Tacoma. Children younger than age 4 are free.
August 2025 (undated)
Snohomish (38 miles NE)
A ticket to River’s Edge Brewfest includes live music, lawn games, a silent auction, food trucks, and 10 tickets to sample drinks from local craft breweries, distilleries, and wineries at Stocker Fields, 27 Pine Ave. in Snohomish for age 21+. No dogs.
August 2025 (undated)
Enumclaw (39 miles SE)
Watch two matches, socialize, see an equestrian drill team at halftime, stomp the divots, join the women’s hat parade, visit the beer & wine garden, and watch awards at Seattle Polo Party for age 21+ at Seattle Polo and Equestrian Club, 25901 SE 400th St. in Enumclaw. Gates open at 1 p.m.
August 2025 (undated)
Tacoma (41 miles SW)
Brigade Encampment recreates the bustle and excitement when fur traders first visited Tacoma, with demonstrations, puppet shows, games, and live music at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, 5519 Five Mile Drive in Tacoma. Children age 3 and younger are free.
August 2025 (undated)
University Place (43 miles SW)
Enjoy beer & cider from dozens of craft brewers, a meal from local food trucks, and music from Northwest bands at Brew Five Three Chambers Creek Regional Park, 6320 Grandview Drive W in University Place for age 21+. Your ticket includes a glass and 8 tastes. Beer ends at 3:45 p.m.
August 2025 (undated)
University Place (43 miles SW)
Watch professionals perform kite tricks, visit food trucks, and fly your own kite at the Kite Festival in the central meadow at Chambers Creek Regional Park, 6320 Grandview Drive W in University Place. Bring a kite or order one online. Parking fee.
August 2025 (undated)
Arlington (43 miles N)
Arlington SkyFest has pre-show entertainment, vendors, a car show, aerobatic pilots (6 p.m.), a balloon glow (8:30 p.m.), and lighted drones flying in formation (9:30 p.m.), with narration on FM radio. Your parking ticket includes up to 8 people at Arlington Municipal Airport, 18204 59th Ave. NE in Arlington.
August 2025 (undated)
Spanaway (43 miles S)
Admire classic cars and trucks, vote for your favorite, and shop from food trucks at the Classic Car Show at Spanaway Park, 14905 Bresemann Blvd. S in Spanaway.
August 2025 (undated)
Snoqualmie Pass (55 miles E)
Run downhill through forests and a former train tunnel in one of the Tunnel Marathons, which qualify 40% of its participants for the Boston Marathon, starting at Palouse to Cascades State Park – Hyak Trailhead, Iron Horse Trail at Snoqualmie Pass. See their directions page. Held in June, August, and September.
August 2025 (undated)
Port Townsend (57 miles NW via ferry)
The Acoustic Blues Showcase concert is the highlight of the Acoustic Blues Festival at Fort Worden State Park, 200 Battery Way in Port Townsend.
August 2025 (undated)
Port Townsend (57 miles NW via ferry)
Hear world-class concerts at Olympic Music Festival. Most performances are in Wheeler Theater at Fort Worden State Park, 200 Battery Way in Port Townsend.
August 2025 (undated)
Olympia (62 miles S)
South Sound Block Party promises 15 bands, a DJ, food vendors, a beer garden, games, and views of Puget Sound from the parking lots surrounding Olympia Area Rowing, 1022 Marine Drive NE in Olympia. Free for children age 12 and younger.
August 2025 (undated)
Bow (80 miles N)
Camp Rahh is a pricey camping experience on 47 acres of Samish Island that includes kayaking, yoga, rock climbing, meditation, dance, arts & crafts, swimming, music concerts, and gourmet meals (but no alcohol or technology) for age 18+. Located at Camp Kirby, 4734 Samish Point Road in Bow.
August 2025 (undated)
Ashford (84 miles SE)
The Rainier Music Festival has five bands playing rock, reggae, blues, and soul, plus a beer garden and food trucks in the amphitheater at Ashford County Park, 29801 State Route 706 in Ashford. Children age 17 and younger are free. Camping available.
August 2025 (undated)
All national parks
Entry is free at Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks on Free Entrance Days in the National Parks. Expect more people and less parking than usual.
August 2025 (undated)
George (150 miles E)
Headbangers flock to Bass Canyon for “the heaviest hitting artists in the scene and gorgeous views” with camping available at the Gorge Amphitheatre, 754 Silica Road NW in George.
August 2025 (undated)
Ocean Park (182 miles SW)
Peninsula Rhythm & Blues Festival has a marketplace and 11 acts beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. on Saturday at Port of Peninsula, 3311 275th St. in Ocean Park for age 21+. Camping available. Bring a lawn chair but no food, beverages, children, or pets.
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